Allview P5 Symbol
#8997
Sharp SH530U
#7494Category Breakdown
Allview P5 Symbol
Sharp SH530U
Performance
28.243.0
Camera
15.439.6
Display
16.916.9
Battery
16.718.1
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
32.729.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
13.618.6
Summary
- The Allview P5 Symbol features a 4.63-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, while the Sharp SH530U has a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Allview is powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, whereas the Sharp utilizes a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU with 20GB of RAM, providing a more substantial memory capacity.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Sharp's camera supports video recording, while the Allview records at 720p.
- The Allview's battery capacity is 1700 mAh, compared to the Sharp's 1950 mAh, offering slightly better longevity.
- Both phones run on older Android versions, with the Allview on Android 4.2.2 and the Sharp on Android 4.0, leading to a similar software experience with limited updates.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Allview P5 Symbol
Sharp SH530U
General
Release Date
2013
2012
Announced
2013
2012
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
4.63"
5"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~212 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Mediatek MT6577 (40 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
Mali-400
PowerVR SGX531u
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
20GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
N/A
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1700 mAh
1950 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1700 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1950 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
136.6 x 69.8 x 10.9 mm (5.38 x 2.75 x 0.43 in)
146.5 x 81 x 9.9 mm (5.77 x 3.19 x 0.39 in)
Weight
147.7 g
168.8 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Snowy White, Cherry Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass